Bus Tickets from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA

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TodayJun 5
from US$46
TomorrowJun 6
from US$37
SatJun 7
from US$45
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from US$34
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from US$45
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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bus Station - Civic Centre
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Adelaide
    Destination location: Stringfellow Street
    Operated by: JACOBSCOACHESJACOBSCOACHES
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Adelaide
    Destination location: Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Adelaide
    Destination location: Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Adelaide
    Destination location: Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Adelaide
    Destination location: Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cape Town to Adelaide: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:00pm
Distance724 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

Cape Town to Adelaide Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Adelaide, ZA

  1. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The typical travel time from Cape Town to Adelaide by bus is around 11h 50m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Adelaide in 10h 45m

  2. How far is Cape Town from Adelaide?

    Cape Town and Adelaide are 745 km (462 miles) apart.

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The least expensive option to go from Cape Town to Adelaide would be going by bus. Starting at US$33, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The bus from Cape Town to Adelaide will cost you US$42, on average.

  5. Can I take an overnight bus from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    Yes! If you're heading from Cape Town to Adelaide, you'll find buses departing until 7:00pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-03
US$47
06-04
US$40
Today
US$44
06-06
US$35
06-07
US$43
06-08
US$32
06-09
US$36
06-10
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Adelaide was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Adelaide, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$32 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Adelaide based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32 which is on 2025-06-08.

Usually MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Adelaide!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cape Town to Adelaide.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to Adelaide will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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